Just One House to the Beach,Spa,Views,Kid&Pet OK,4 Kings or 1 King+8Twins+3Sleep

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A spacious living room with a fireplace, a large window, and a view of the outdoors.
A hotel room with two beds, each with a blue bedspread and matching pillows. There is a window with a view of greenery outside, a wall-mounted fish decoration, and a nightstand with a lamp and two candles.
A kitchen with a bar area, a dining table, and chairs. There is a chandelier, a refrigerator, and a window.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a sofa set, a coffee table, and a dining area with a table set for two.
A two-story house with a balcony, garage doors, and a driveway.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Sunny Cove Beach
Sleeps 104 bedrooms19 beds

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Garage parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Place, Sunny Cove Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Pleasure Point Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Twin Lakes State Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪63 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Dining Room, with Ocean View.

1 Double Futon

Game Room leads to outdoor Jacuzzie Spa.

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed and 2 Single Beds

Living Room with Ocean View.

2 Double Futons

Master Suite

2 King Beds

Mountainside First Floor Bedroom

2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

Oceanside First Floor Bedroom

1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Second Large Upstairs Bedroom

1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

2nd Floor Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Downstairs Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Master Suite Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Outdoor Hot Shower

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Just One House to the Beach,Spa,Views,Kid&Pet OK,4 Kings or 1 King+8Twins+3Sleep

You’ll never want to leave this spacious (2900 SqFt) beach retreat, located just one house away from the sands of 26th Ave Beach. Experience the best of the Monterey Bay with sweeping ocean views from the second-story decks, dining room, kitchen, living area, and master suite.

Flexible Sleeping: Features a King bed in the master suite. The three additional bedrooms have Extra Long (XL) Twins that we can make up into comfortable Kings upon request. We also provide three Queen sofa sleepers and a Twin daybed with a matching trundle in other designated sleeping areas.

Chef’s Kitchen & Grilling: Our well-stocked AKE kitchen features double ovens, a microwave, a dedicated icemaker, and a Mr. Coffee maker. Specialty tools like a clam steamer, crock pot, and knife sharpener ensure you have everything needed for a seaside feast. For outdoor cooking, enjoy a propane BBQ on the deck or the Weber charcoal grill in the garage.

Tech & Leisure: Stay connected with high-speed WiFi and enjoy movies on the large Smart TV. Guests are welcome to use our personal bicycles to explore the area (guests use at their own risk and must bring their own helmets per state law).
Beach Living: After playing at the dog-friendly 26th Ave Beach, rinse off in our hot outdoor shower then jump into the comfortable hot tub.

Important Booking Information
Please review these details before submitting your request. Our goal is to be upfront about occupancy, local laws, fees and taxes!

Check-In/Out: Check-in is 4:00 PM and checkout is 11:00 AM. Sorry, no exceptions.
Parking: Secured parking is available for up to 4 cars. Additional overnight parking is available on East Cliff Dr.

Pet Policy: We welcome up to 3 dogs for a $170 weekly fee. Owners are fully responsible for behavior and clean-up (both on and off the property), including excessive barking. Dogs must stay off all beds at all times. Please bring clean blankets for any "couch potato" pups!

Safety & Laws: No fireworks, firearms, candles, or incense are allowed on the property. Firework possession carries a $1,000–$10,000 fine anywhere in the county, including the beaches.

Rental Agreement: All adult guests must be listed on and sign the rental agreement as required by Santa Cruz County (Permit #211330).

Occupancy & Fees: Base rate includes 8 guests (adults + children). Our permit allows up to 2 additional adult guests for $40 per guest/night.
Beach Access: Coastal conditions (tides/sandbar movement) are unpredictable; beach availability may vary and is beyond our control.

Transient Occupancy Tax (14%): VRBO does not always include the 14% T.O.Tax. If, due to Vrbo technical issues, if not included in your total, we will collect the 14% separately and submit it to the County of Santa Cruz on your behalf or do our best to correct the issue through Vrbo.

If you wish to reveiw the rental agreement its available on our webpage or ask and we'll try to transfer it here.

Thank you and we hope to host your stay!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 35
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Age 8+ counted as adult towards 10 guests max.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 3 pets total)
Additional fee per pet, per week.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed only in yard.
A limited number of day visitors are allowed at $10.00/Day Visitor/Day. Ask before paying non-refundable booking as fees will be applied regardless.
Security cameras are located on the property to ensure safety of guests and to investigate any violations of the rental agreement, including damage.
***ADULT GUESTS ARE ANYONE AGES 8 AND OLDER*** Base rate is for 8 people. Additional guests are $40/night/guest and charged over entire guest stay.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 211330
Property # 174651
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Santa Cruz

Located in Eastside Santa Cruz, a neighbourhood in Santa Cruz, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach, while Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Roaring Camp Railroads are popular area attractions. Travelling with kids? Consider Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Boardwalk Bowl. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing and cycling nearby.
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Santa Cruz, CA

What's nearby

  • Moran Lake Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Santa Maria's Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Sunny Cove Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Pleasure Point Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Twin Lakes State Beach - 19 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tortilla Shack - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pizza My Heart - ‬4 min drive
  • Stagnaro Bros.
  • ‪Shadowbrook - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Just One House to the Beach,Spa,Views,Kid&Pet OK,4 Kings or 1 King+8Twins+3Sleep pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Just One House to the Beach,Spa,Views,Kid&Pet OK,4 Kings or 1 King+8Twins+3Sleep?

As of 25 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Just One House to the Beach,Spa,Views,Kid&Pet OK,4 Kings or 1 King+8Twins+3Sleep on 19 October 2026 start from NZ$4,548, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Just One House to the Beach,Spa,Views,Kid&Pet OK,4 Kings or 1 King+8Twins+3Sleep?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Just One House to the Beach,Spa,Views,Kid&Pet OK,4 Kings or 1 King+8Twins+3Sleep?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Just One House to the Beach,Spa,Views,Kid&Pet OK,4 Kings or 1 King+8Twins+3Sleep?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Just One House to the Beach,Spa,Views,Kid&Pet OK,4 Kings or 1 King+8Twins+3Sleep located?

This family-friendly Santa Cruz holiday home is located by the ocean, within 1 mi (2 km) of Moran Lake Beach and Monterey Bay. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.

About the host

Hosted by Jean Gelbart

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This property is owned and managed by a single family, and this is our only vacation rental.
We are a family of 4th/5th generation Californian's who grew up visiting Santa Cruz for family vacations and romantic get-aways. In 2007, while visiting the beach on just such a trip, we saw this beach house for sale and bought it! Our dream was to be able to visit Santa Cruz overnight periodically throughout the year, and have a space big enough for our family to come together and enjoy the beach.
We would not be able to maintain the costs of owning the property without short-term vacationers like you, and we are grateful for the chance to share our lovely beach home and the joy it has brought our family.

Why they chose this property

The house is literally a 20 second walk to beach access, and within 2 blocks on either side there are other beach access points. Within a 5 minute walk there is a trail to go for walks with dogs, and the Live Oak Farmer's Market is just a 2 minute drive. There amazing options close by for surfing, recreational runners, bicyclists, hikers, and bird watching. Fine dining and shopping is just minutes away, as well as cafes, thrift stores, and tasty hole-in-the-wall eateries.

What makes this property unique

In addition to the amazing location, the property itself is special because of the spacious floorplan - 2900 sq. ft. has an open floor plan and comfortably accommodates up to 10 adults. The upstairs kitchen, deck, and living area is made for entertaining and enjoying the ocean views and sea life, and the occasional paraglider! The backyard is also magical - enough room for a large hot tub, hammock, small garden, and lawn, but cozy and intimate.
All this is hidden away and secure behind the automatic driveway gate. The ample parking was also a draw for us - 2 cars can fit in the garage, and we have managed to fit an additional 3 cars in the driveway!

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